Mynor

“Lesser” — Associated with humility and simplicity

Guatemala origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#3767US 2023

30Births / yr

↑Rising

695All-time births

📅 Since 197700

How to pronounce Mynor

MEYE·NAWR

/ˈmaɪ.ˈnɔr/ · stress on MEYE · 2 syllables

“Lesser”

Associated with humility and simplicity · Guatemala origin

What does Mynor mean and where does it come from?

Mynor is a variant of the name Minor, which in Spanish means 'lesser'. It is particularly popular in Guatemala and among the Latino community in the United States. The name has cultural significance and is often associated with humility and simplicity. It became popular in the late 20th century.

Cultural significance

Mynor has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Guatemala-speaking communities, where it reflects values of lesser.

Peak popularity

Reached #2671 in 1995 — currently #3767 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Mynor?

Mynor works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Mynor Grace

How popular is Mynor right now?

Rising fast — up 188 spots — currently #3767 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#3767 · Top 2.8%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#3767	30	▲ up 188 · +7% births
2022	#3955	28	▲ up 771 · +33% births
2021	#4726	21	▼ down 1066 · -28% births
2020	#3660	29	▲ up 1301 · +53% births
2015	#4961	19	▼ down 531 · -14% births
2010	#4430	22	▼ down 37 · +10% births
2005	#4393	20	▲ up 111 · +18% births
2000	#4504	17	▼ down 1833 · -39% births
1995	#2671	28	▲ up 266 · +27% births
1990	#2937	22	▲ up 1083 · +100% births
1985	#4020	11	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Mynor

Best Year1995Rank #2671

Peak Count30

Average Rank#4002

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 202311 years

The story of Mynor

Mynor is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1977. With 695 total births recorded, Mynor remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #4020 in 1985 to #3767 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Mynor in 1995:

Michael Matthew Christopher Jacob Joshua

Mynor by decade

Mynor peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	6
1980s	80
1990s	186
2000s ★	222
2010s	172
2020s	29

💎Mynor has only 695 total recorded births since 1977 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Mynor?

Common

MynMynorieMynory

What names sound and feel like Mynor?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Mynor also consider these

Minor

American · Referring to someone

Maynor

USA · A variant of

Sydnor

American · From the south

Conor

Ireland · lover of hound

Mycol

American · Follower of Christ

Mykol

Ukraine · Ukrainian

Honor

English · High respect, esteem;

Myloh

American · English

Common questions about the name Mynor

What does the name Mynor mean?

Mynor means "Lesser" — a name rooted in Guatemala tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Mynor?

Mynor is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Mynor have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Mynor?

Mynor originates from Guatemala tradition. Guatemala names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Mynor?

Mynor is a two-syllable name pronounced M AY1 N AO1 R. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Mynor trending right now?

Mynor is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.